WGM & WPG

Symbol:

The Children

Emblems:

Sacred Feather - Symbol of prayers, source of ideas or mark of honor.

Indian Drum - The heartbeat of the Children and the Nation.

Harp - A gentle sounding instrument. Denotes the blessings of hearth and home.

Cardinal - The blood of Christ shed for the redemption of mankind. A symbol of the beauty and warmth of Christmas.

Porch Swing - Symbol of remembrance. In memory of WGP’s mother, Grace Jackson.

Fun Emblem:

Hound Dog - Man’s best friend. Source of joy and unconditional love - D.O.G. - Depend on God.

Watchwords:

LOVE & JOY - Love one another and spread joy all around.

GENTLENESS - Treat one another gently.

LIVELINESS - Enjoy life to its fullest.

FAITH - Trust in the Lord with all your heart.

REMEMBRANCE - Give thanks for your many blessings.

Theme:

"To Promote love of God and Family"

Flowers:

Pink Rose - A symbol of love, grace and happiness.

Baby's Breath - A symbol of happiness.

Forget-Me-Not - A symbol of faithful love and memories.

Lilacs - A symbol of love and youth.

Peony - A symbol of life and healing.

Colors:

Sapphire Blue - A symbol of creative expression, loyalty and love.

Emerald & Peridot Green - Emblems of enduring love, personal growth and opportunity.

Turquoise - Treasured gemstone of the American Indians.

Amethyst - An emblem of patience, wisdom and understanding.

Crystal & Gold - Precious emblems, as life is precious.

Motto:

"Cherish Yesterday - Dream Tomorrow - Live Today"

Charity Pins and Charities:

Drum - Our Indian Drum Pin – Drumming for Kids for the Missouri Child Identification Program (Mo CHIP) sponsored by the Masonic Children’s Foundation of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, A.F. & A.M. (www.mochip.org)

Harp - CANCER RESEARCH – Our Harp Pin – Harping on Cancer for the Cancer Research Center in Columbia, MO. (www.cancerresearchcenter.org)

Sacred Feather- ESTARL – Our Sacred Feather Pin – Representing Faith and Prayers for Scholarships for students as they pursue a Christian Education.

Hound Dog - YOUTH GROUPS – Our Hound Dog Pin – Unconditional Love for our Rainbow for Girls, Job's Daughters and DeMolay – Our Future.

Porch Swing - MASONIC HOME – Our Porch Swing Pin –Remembering the “Older Kids” with hair care and personal services, crafts, recreation and entertainment.

Penny a Day to Autism Speaks - For children with autism (www.autismspeaks.org)

Friendship Night Collection - To the Educational Fund Board

SONGS:WGM:

1. Prayer of the Children

2. Here I am Lord

3. Jesus Love the Little Children

4. Gentle Shepherd

5. Pass It On

6. My God and I

7. The Rose

8. Let There be Peace On Earth

9. Travel On!

10. America the Beautiful

11. Battle Hymn of the Republic

12. Away in a Manger

13. What Child is This

14. Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star

15. It's a Small World

16. Thank Heaven for Little Girls

17. Circle of Life

18. Babes in Toyland

19. Through a Child's Eyes

20. All Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber

21. All Gaither Music

SONGS:WGP:

1. Tell Me the Stories of Jesus

2. Spirit Song

3. Lord of the Dance

4. Little Drummer Boy

5. This Land is Your Land

6. This is My Country

7. When You Wish Upon a Star

8. Thank God for Kids

9. Grandpa, Tell Me About the Good Old Days

10. Church in the Wildwood

11. I'll Fly Away

12. I'll Be a Sunbeam

SCRIPTURES:

Scriptures of the Worthy Grand Matron:

1. 1 John 3:1-3 See what love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him. Beloved, we are God’s children now; it does not yet appear what we shall be, but we know that when he appears we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is. And every one who thus hopes in him purifies himself as he is pure. (RSV)

2. Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. (KJV)

3. Psalms 144:9 I will sing a new song to thee, O God; upon a ten-stringed harp I will play to thee. (RSV)

4. Galatians 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such there is no law. (RSV)

5. Isaiah 1:18 Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool. (KJV)

6. Ephesians 5:1-2 Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. (RSV)

Scriptures of the Worthy Grand Patron:

1. Matthew 19:14 But Jesus said, "Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them; for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven." (RSV)

Joyce Hartoebben
Worthy Grand Matron

Paul Jackson
Worthy Grand Patron

(Links to Registration Forms are Below)

Marilyn L. Woods, PGM
Grand Secretary
P.O. Box 1065
High Ridge, MO 63049

Tentative Program

Sunday, October 7, 2007

11:30am - "Fun with Joyce and Paul" Luncheon
Distinguished Members and Escorts Only
Show Me Center East Banquet Room

2:00pm - ESTARL PROGRAM
Show Me Center Arena

3:00pm - NECROLOGY SERVICE
Show Me Center Arena

6:30pm - "Cardinal's Song of Love" Banquet
Open to All members and Guests
Shoe Me Center West Arena

Monday , October 8, 2007

7:00am - "Gathering of the Children" Breakfast
State Grand Representatives Club
Open to All Members
Show Me Center West Arena

9:00am - "Cotton Pickin' Time" Grand Chapter Tour
Open to All Members and Guests
Leave from Show Me Center

8:00am - 8:00pm - Registration - Show Me Center
8:00am - 4:00pm - Information - Show Me Center
10:00am - 8:30pm - Credentials - Show Me Center

10:00am - State Secretaries/Treasurers
Meeting/Luncheon
Gape Girardeau Masonic Temple

9:00am - 4:00pm - Distinguished Members Hospitality
Victorian Inn Terrace Room

9:00am- 12:00 noon - Grand Representatives
Hospitality and Boutique
Victorian Inn Rooms 166 & 164

Rehearsals as Scheduled - Show Me Center

1:00pm - Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons
Association Meeting
Show Me Center

2:00pm - State Grand Representatives Club Meeting
Show Me Center East Banquet Room

4:00pm - "Sewing Seeds of Love" Banquet
Open to All members and Guests
Show Me Center West Arena

6:00pm - Session Organ Prelude
6:30pm - Opening Addenda
8:00pm - Formal Opening
Show Me Center

10:00pm - "Recess" After Session Party
Open to All Members and Guests
Show Me Center North Patio

Tuesday, October 9, 2007

7:00am - "Friend Fill the Glove with Love" Breakfast
Open to all Members and Guests
Show Me Center East Banquet Room

8:00am - Session Organ Prelude
8:30am - Call to Order/Business
Show Me Center Arena

12:00 noon - "Puppy Love" Luncheon
Open to All Members and Guests
Show Me Center West Arena

2:00pm - Session
Show Me Center Arena

4:00 pm - "A Class Reunion" Banquet
Open to All Past Grand Matrons,
Past Grand Patrons, and their Escorts
Show Me Center East Banquet Room

4:00pm - "Children Tug at Our 'Harp' Strings Banquet
Open to All Past Grand Officers
and their Escorts
Show Me Center East Banquet Room

6:30pm Session Organ Prelude
7:00pm - Call to Order
Show Me Center Arena

Wednesday, October 10, 2007

8:00am - Session
Show Me Center Arena

4:00pm - "Yes, We Are There" Banquet
Open to all Members and Guests
Show Me Center West Arena

6:00pm Session Organ Prelude
6:30pm - Installation Addenda
7:30pm - Installation of 2007-2008 Officers
Closing of the One Hundred Thirty-Three Session
of the
Grand Chapter of Missouri
Order of the Eastern Star

Pre-Registration

Please complete the Pre-Registration Form and return to Registration Chairman with Fee of $4.00 before September 7, 2007. Make Check Payable to Grand Chapter of Missouri, OES:

Down Load Registration Form Here: Word or PDF

Mail Form and Fee to:

Mrs. Margie Cook, PM
3363 Co. Rd. 481
Millersville, MO 63766-6317

Registration:

Sunday, October 7, 2007 - 10:00am - 5:00pm (Victorian Inn)
Monday, October 8, 2007 - 8:00am - 8:00pm (Show Me Center)
Tuesday, October 9, 2007 - 8:00am - 8:30pm (Show Me Center)
Wednesday, October 10, 2007, 8:00am - 7:00pm (Show Me Center

Credentials

Monday, October 8, 2007 - 10:00am - 8:30pm (Show Me Center)
Tuesday, October 9, 2007 - 8:00am - 8:30pm (Show Me Center)
All voting delegates MUST REGISTER IN PERSON with the Credentials Committee before 8:30 PM, Tuesday, October 9, 2007

Greetings, Responses, and Reports

Please limit to Three Minutes! Three type written double-spaces copies must be filed with the Grand Secretary Prior to presentation

General Information

All sessions of the Grand Chapter will be held in the Show Me Center Arena. Admission to sessions by Official Dues Receipt and Registration Receipt only.

Distinguished Guest Committee

Please register with the Distinguished Guest Committee immediately upon arrival. They will explain the courtesies extended to our guests and assist you in registering at the Hotel.

Eileen Cornelius, PGM, Chairman
Larry Decker, PGP, Co-Chairman

Distinguished Members Hospitality Room and Grand Representatives Hospitality Room will be open certain hours as posted on Sunday and Monday at the Victorian Inn.

Social Activities

If you plan to attend any of the functions listed, please complete the attached Social Activities form and Send a SEPARATE FORM for EACH PERSON ordering tickets. ALL RESERVATIONS ARE FINAL. Send form and a check payable to 2007 Missouri Grand Chapter Social Fund by September 7, 2007.

Down Load Social Reservations Form Here: Word or PDF

Mail form and check to:

Mrs. Linda Murry, PM
506 Mississippi
Crystal City, MO 63019-1642

Hotel Accommodations

Please complete the Housing Request and send to the Housing Chairman by September 1, 2007. Requests must be made in writing. For Guaranteed Reservations or late arrivals please include credit card number. Hotels will not accept personal checks.

Down Housing Request Form Here: Word or PDF

Mail completed for to:

Mrs. Gladine Stark, PGM
P.O. Box 115
Arcadia, MO 63621

Cotton Pickin' Time Grand Chapter Tour

Monday, October 8, 9:00 Am. Immediately following the Grand Representatives Breakfast, busses will leave from the Show Me Center and pick up at the Hotes. The price of $15.00 includes bus transportation and tour of the cotton field and gin. Lunch is Dutch treat at Lambert's "Throwed Rolls" in Sikeston. Tour will return to Cape Girardeau at approximately 3:15pm. Reservations must be made in advance on the Social Activities form. Open to all members and guests.

Proceedings

Grand Chapter Proceedings may be purchased for a price of $20.00 and will be printed only on request. Charges must be paid IN ADVANCE at the Session. Order forms are available in the Grand Chapter Program Book or from the Committee who will be near the Registration Table to receive your orders.

Session General Chairman

Mrs. Camille Newingham, PGM
Box 71
Risco, MO 63874